Chemical Engineering Student - Winter 2027

Job Description

Overview

 

These positions are for student co-ops. Functionally reporting to the engineering division, the students will be assigned to support various engineering projects as well as support engineering functional and project management on as needed basis. This role will provide the students with learning opportunities on technical, engineering interfaces and management aspects in the nuclear industry through training, mentoring and on-the-job experience. All duties will be carried out under close supervision of a Senior Engineer or Technical Lead. 

Duration: We are currently seeking students available for a Winter 2027 co-op placement. Opportunities are available for students seeking 4, 8, 12, or 16-month work terms, with placements beginning in January 2027.

 

Your role

 

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, project management, and field teams) to support project execution, system improvements, and coordination of deliverables.
• Assist in the development and assembly of engineering instrumentation and control or process documentation, including design descriptions, diagrams, and requirements tracking databases.
• Support modernization initiatives by developing control panel layouts and researching new instrumentation technologies for control room upgrades and health monitoring.
• Contribute to safety assessments, quality assurance, environmental compliance, and adherence to project and regulatory standards.
• Manage assigned tasks effectively, including data collection, reporting, document reviews, and tracking project deliverables using spreadsheets and internal tools.
• Participate in technical meetings, facilitate workflow coordination (e.g., RFIs, document control), and promote a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

 

About you

 

• Strong foundation in engineering and mathematical principles, with the ability to apply them to practical solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with analytical tools like MATLAB or MathCAD is an asset.
• Experience or knowledge of the nuclear industry is considered an advantage.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and multitasking abilities, with strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Adaptable and collaborative team player who thrives in dynamic environments.
• Currently enrolled in an Engineering or equivalent program with an accredited Canadian University
• Travel to domestic client sites may be required.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance is mandatory.

 

Reward & benefits

 

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

 

About AtkinsRéalis

 

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

 

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

 

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.